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About

Exeter is a historic city in Devon, South West England, known for its Roman origins and medieval heritage. The city centre features landmarks like Exeter Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece, and the underground passages, a network of medieval tunnels. The River Exe runs through the area, with quayside developments offering cafes and walking routes.

The district blends urban and rural elements, with nearby Dartmoor National Park providing outdoor activities. Exeter is a regional hub for education, home to the University of Exeter, and has strong transport links, including a mainline railway station. The city hosts a mix of independent shops and high-street chains, alongside markets and cultural events.

Area overview

On average Exeter has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Exeter is £46,667 per year. There are 54 schools in Exeter: 29 primary (2 Outstanding and 17 Good) and 6 secondary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
102
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
15.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Exeter Population
130,709
Population density
2,780 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
108,095
82.7%
Other White
8,783
6.72%
Chinese
2,020
1.55%
Other Asian
1,980
1.51%
Indian
1,588
1.21%
Total population: 130,707

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
16,369
31.15%
Owns with a mortgage
13,703
26.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
12,024
22.88%
Social rents from council
4,640
8.83%
Other social rented
4,087
7.78%
Total households: 52,554

Property prices in Exeter

Based on 1,422 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 in Exeter area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,000 up to £2,200,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Exeter in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Exeter over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached237£462,000
Flats268£183,725
Semi-Detached345£330,000
Terraced572£280,000

10 years median price trend in Exeter

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Exeter.

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.